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Our top choices for San Mateo motels

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a building with a white facade.

1. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,688 reviews)
"Liked clean room, staff, parking"
United States
jose
The price is P4,978
P5,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, a checkered floor, and framed pictures on the wall.

2. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,130 reviews)
"Great place for the night stay!"
United States
David
The price is P4,480
P5,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
LiA Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

3. Silicon Valley Inn

Silicon Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Belmont
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (730 reviews)
"Everything was good and clean, I personally love this place for the prices and for the easy check in process"
United States
Jason
The price is P7,610
P8,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Silicon Valley Inn
A staircase leading to a building with a white railing, surrounded by greenery and a playground.

4. Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood

Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.6 out of 10, Good, (461 reviews)
"Nice property"
United States
Howard
The price is P5,776
P6,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a microwave, a hanging coat rack, and a painting of the Golden Gate Bridge.

5. Hotel Belmont

Hotel Belmont
2.5 star property
Belmont
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (285 reviews)
"Amazing stay."
United States
Mario
The price is P6,668
P7,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Belmont
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

6. Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
2.5 star property
San Bruno
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (968 reviews)
"Great place to stay, comfy room and beds Allot of nice places to eat near by too Altogether a nice place to stay"
United States
Lethe
The price is P5,364
P6,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
A covered walkway with potted plants and a view of a street.

7. San Carlos Inn

San Carlos Inn
2.0 star property
San Carlos
7.2 out of 10, Good, (397 reviews)
"That only thing that I like it. was they have Parking But it wasn't clean And didn't provide any shampoo or soap."
United States
Leonel Jimenez
The price is P5,987
P6,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
San Carlos Inn
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and surrounding tall trees.

8. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Helpful Front desk staff and good value"
United States
Devon
The price is P5,448
P6,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Palo Alto Inn
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, hair dryer, and a microwave on a small cabinet.

9. Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (699 reviews)
"Location, Staff, Parking : We like a lot. thank you!!"
United States
Hanson
The price is P6,844
P7,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Redwood Creek Inn
A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a glass coffee table, two wooden chairs, a patterned rug, and a potted plant.

10. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
2.0 star property
South San Francisco
6.0 out of 10, (4,165 reviews)
"Excellent and cheap for the stay"
United States
TULUKINGA
The price is P5,000
P5,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and artwork on the walls.

11. Budget Inn Redwood City

Budget Inn Redwood City
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
6.4 out of 10, (589 reviews)
"Nothing is unique in this hotel is Duty the toilet is not working and I ask the manager and them give the tool for me fixed they are very rude and the television doesn’t work and they don’t to fixed"
United States
Carlos Alexander
The price is P6,572
P7,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Budget Inn Redwood City
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

12. Regency Inn SFO Airport

Regency Inn SFO Airport
2.0 star property
San Bruno
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Good spot, great price… so close to airport."
United States
Rebeca
The price is P5,725
P6,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Regency Inn SFO Airport
A beach with rocky terrain and a clear view of the ocean.

13. Sea Breeze Motel

Sea Breeze Motel
2.0 star property
Rockaway Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (326 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay and are already planning dates for our return!"
United States
Holly
The price is P8,787
P10,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Sea Breeze Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a door.

14. Sequoia Inn

Sequoia Inn
2.0 star property
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
6.8 out of 10, (743 reviews)
"Dirty towels , holes in bathroom walls, feels unsafe"
United States
diane
The price is P6,509
P7,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Sequoia Inn
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

15. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,478 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a night!"
United States
Trae
The price is P7,127
P8,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
A row of single-story buildings with a parking lot in front.

16. Deluxe Inn

Deluxe Inn
2.0 star property
Cherryland
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (181 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Michael
The price is P4,811
P5,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Deluxe Inn
Two beds with white and blue bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

17. Mylo Hotel

Mylo Hotel
2.5 star property
Daly City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Safe, clean, quiet and I was able to park right outside of my room."
United States
Roger
The price is P4,274
P4,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Mylo Hotel
A room with a TV, two blue chairs, a small table, and a painting of the ocean.

18. Americana Inn

Americana Inn
2.5 star property
South San Francisco
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (331 reviews)
"Awesome little hotel, thoroughly enjoyed my stay."
United States
Lowell
The price is P8,805
P10,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Americana Inn
A room with a wooden floor, a round mirror with a decorative frame, and a light switch on the wall.

19. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (482 reviews)
"A charming little spot with wonderful staff."
United States
Jake
The price is P5,597
P6,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a shower area.

20. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
2.5 star property
Richmond District
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Great location; good value, great staff, clean"
United States
Anastasia
The price is P6,668
P12,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
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Handlery Union Square Hotel

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San Mateo Motels information

Number of reviews
5,913
Accommodation
102 Motels
Lowest Price
P4,924
Highest Price
P12,804

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Mateo?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what San Mateo has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in San Mateo, as well as Chase Center and Oracle Park in the area.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word "motel" was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in San Mateo?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels in the larger area. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North is located 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the parking, and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central San Mateo is 4.1 mi (6.5 km) away. Inn on Broadway: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 17 mi (27.3 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Motel 6 Hayward, CA – Silicon Valley Gateway: Central San Mateo is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) away. 2 restaurants and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay: 17.4 mi (27.9 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the free WiFi, parking, and terrace.
What can I do in San Mateo?
In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting San Mateo have good things to say about the festivals. Favorite places in and around San Mateo include San Francisco Bay, Chase Center, and Oracle Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, Sawyer Camp Trail, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, Parkside Aquatic Park, and Ice Center at San Mateo.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Mateo?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Mateo to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 20 inches.
What are my options for getting around San Mateo when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around San Mateo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. If you want to see more of the area, ride aboard a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.